The Driskill
The Driskill Hotel, built in 1886 as the showplace of a cattle baron, is known for historic and luxurious accommodations, including the 189 newly renovated rooms and suites. Located on the corner of Sixth Street and Brazos, the Driskill is central to the entertainment district, one-half mile from the State Capitol, and six blocks from Lady Bird Lake and a ten mile scenic hike and bike trail. The hotel is divided between the Historic Wing, with high ceilings, elaborate woodwork, and balconies, and the Traditional Wing featuring, traditional colors and styles from the Texas Hill Country.
The Driskill Hotel
604 Brazos, Austin, TX 78701
800-252-9367
http://www.driskillhotel.com.
Hilton Hotel
The Hilton Hotel sits one block south of Sixth Street, next door to the Austin Convention Center. Offering 800 rooms with Serenity bedding and Crabtree & Evelyn bathroom amenities, it may be difficult to leave the room. Once outside the room there is a 16,000 square foot full service health club and spa and the Finn & Porter restaurant and sidewalk café, featuring the best steaks in Austin, as well as seafood and sushi.
The Hilton Hotel
500 East Fourth Street, Austin, TX 78701
512-482-8000
http://www.hilton.com.
Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel
The Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel at Seventh and Congress was built in 1924 and named for the Father of Texas. One block over from Sixth Street and seven blocks from the State Capitol, this hotel sits within walking distance of the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail, and the University of Texas. Outside of the 189 rooms, guests enjoy the Roaring Fork and the second floor Stephen F's Terrace Bar and Café with a wrap-around deck overlooking downtown.
The Intercontinental
701 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701
888-IC-HOTELS
http://austin.intercontinental.com.
The Radisson
The Radisson Hotel at Cesar Chavez (First Street) and Congress offers 99 two-room suites, 280 renovated guest rooms, and good nights rest is provided on a Sleep Number Bed by Select Comfort in the suites and many of the rooms. Step outside for the sun deck and largest swimming pool in downtown Austin, or direct access to the 10 mile hike and bike trail at Lady Bird Lake. Excellent views of downtown, the lake, and the famed Bat Bridge make this a prime location in downtown Austin just a few blocks from Sixth Street.
The Radisson
111 Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78701
800-395-7046
http://www.radisson.com/austintx.
Hyatt Regency
The Hyatt Regency, also on the shores of Lady Bird Lake, overlooks Austin's famous Bat Bridge and offers the best fajitas in Austin at the Southwest Bistro. This Four Diamond hotel provides access to the Entertainment District, Congress Avenue, Sixth Street, and the Warehouse District. Take a ride in a paddle boat or canoe, take advantage of the hike and bike trail, or rest in one of the 448 contemporary rooms.
The Hyatt Regency
208 Barton Springs, Austin, TX 78704
512-477-1234
http://austin.hyatt.com.
